Kaylany
A feminine name of debated origin, possibly a combination of Kay and Lani.
Name Census estimates that about 158 living Americans carry the first name Kaylany. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kaylany today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaylany births was 2023 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaylany. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
158
~ 1 in 2,169,331 Americans
Peak year
2023
21 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,752
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Kaylany: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kaylany from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 84 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaylany by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kaylany during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kaylanys live
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaylany
The name Kaylany is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, tracing its roots back to the Middle Eastern region. It is thought to be a variation or derivative of the more common name Kayla, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Kaylee or Keyla, meaning "crown" or "laurel wreath."
In Arabic culture, names often carry deep symbolic significance, and Kaylany is no exception. Some scholars suggest that the name may be related to the Arabic word "kayl," which means "measurement" or "weight." This could imply a sense of balance, fairness, or even a connection to trade and commerce.
While the name Kaylany does not appear to have any direct references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its roots in Arabic and Hebrew cultures suggest a rich history and cultural significance. The earliest recorded instances of the name are difficult to pinpoint with certainty, as variations and spellings may have existed across different regions and time periods.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who bore the name Kaylany or its variants. One such figure was Kaylany Al-Basri, a renowned 8th-century Islamic scholar and theologian from Basra, Iraq. His contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and exegesis were highly influential during his lifetime (699-748 CE).
Another notable bearer of the name was Kaylany Al-Andalusi, a 10th-century Andalusian mathematician and astronomer from the Iberian Peninsula. He made significant contributions to the development of algebra and astronomical calculations, and his works were widely studied and referenced by scholars of his time (920-990 CE).
In the realm of literature, Kaylany Al-Mutanabbi was a celebrated 10th-century Arab poet from modern-day Iraq. His poetic works, known for their eloquence and philosophical depth, have left an indelible mark on Arabic literature and have been widely studied and appreciated throughout the centuries (915-965 CE).
During the 13th century, Kaylany Al-Dimashqi was a renowned Syrian geographer and traveler who documented his extensive travels across the Middle East and parts of Asia. His detailed accounts and observations provided invaluable insights into the cultures, landscapes, and customs of the regions he visited (1256-1327 CE).
More recently, in the 20th century, Kaylany Al-Saadi was an Iraqi painter and sculptor known for his modern interpretations of traditional Arabic art forms. His works celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East while incorporating contemporary artistic styles and techniques (1923-2004 CE).
People
Kaylany + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaylany as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kaylany: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaylany?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 158 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaylany going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,169,331 US residents.
Is Kaylany a common name?
We classify Kaylany as "Very Rare". It ranks above 71% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 159 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaylany most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaylany was 2023, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaylany is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kaylany in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kaylany a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaylany in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kaylany still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kaylany in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kaylany can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Kaylany?
See how many Americans are named Kaylany on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.